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as in novel
not known or experienced before
Spanish was a new course of study for her advances in optical technology allow us to observe new planets
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as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
a little rest made him a new man after the exhausting basketball game
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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
after my bike was stolen, my scooter became my new mode of transportation
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Recent Examples of new
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
The budget also establishes 22,770 new slots for free or reduced childcare, which Newsom had proposed decreasing.
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Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Meanwhile, singing anthems at England national team matches is nothing new for English supporters.
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Amna Subhan,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
But one proposal to bring new technology to fairground sites has the small Napa County town of Calistoga up in arms.
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John Ramos,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Where could a new door open wider?
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Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
The budget also establishes 22,770 new slots for free or reduced childcare, which Newsom had proposed decreasing.
—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Meanwhile, singing anthems at England national team matches is nothing new for English supporters.
—
Amna Subhan,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
But one proposal to bring new technology to fairground sites has the small Napa County town of Calistoga up in arms.
—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
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Last month, many of those companies gathered alongside military officials to address what was clearly an urgent problem requiring novel solutions.
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Preserving a robust problem-solving culture, through methods like case debates and mentorship, is vital to build human expertise AI cannot replicate, preventing a future where organizations lack the ability to tackle novel problems.
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In their quest for the best produce, the trio searched around each location for the best butchers and bakeries to acquire fresh meat and bread each day.
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Rework the line, reschedule the plan, or return to an old idea with fresher eyes.
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Customers will also notice a refreshed visual identity.
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So the Pep Guardiola era is over, with a domestic double in the bag and a season that suggests a refreshed Manchester City are on the right lines.
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Given modern advances, many organizations are turning towards auto-triaging by AI services and other digital tools to help ease the burden for physicians.
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One non-negotiable of the modern footballer is good coffee.
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The warning came after a key naval information group had proposed alternative shipping corridors on Saturday, asking shipowners to consider transiting the strait along the southern route with their transponder signals on.
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The White House’s Iran negotiations rely on the dollar’s leverage, but Tehran has blunted that weapon by using alternative financial architecture, The Wall Street Journal reported, including payments in yuan or cryptocurrency, and adopting a Chinese alternative to the Swift banking network.
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Others newly added to the professional list include degrees for physical therapy, athletic training, speech-language pathology, physician associates and anesthesiologist assistants.
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During Season 10, a newly confident Batula — who seemed to despise Cooke from the first minute of the premiere episode — appeared to be poised to launch a triumphant post-divorce arc, free at last from Cooke’s belittlement and verbal abuse.
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The sender's name looks unfamiliar, but the delivery seems real.
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That preparation might include visiting an airport before travel day, creating visual schedules, reviewing photographs of destinations, or practicing unfamiliar routines to make the experience feel more predictable.
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From brand-new, heavily stylized characters to a new take on legacy objects from the beloved franchise, the show will definitely possess the next generation of Ghostbusters fan with its signature style.
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StockX, the 2015-founded online sneaker, streetwear and collectibles marketplace, has just gone live with its brand-new vintage and pre-loved selling function, StockX Listings.
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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